Deployment Engineer

Downer Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer Group is seeking an experienced Deployment Engineer Wireless to join our Telecommunications team. You will support the delivery of large-scale wireless projects from design through construction, integration and completion, serving as the bridge between design and field delivery.

The role requires extensive experience in wireless engineering, with a focus on 4G/5G infrastructure, Ericsson equipment, and coordination of multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, timely and quality delivery

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Telecommunications Engineering, Construction or related discipline.
• At least five years of experience as a Deployment Engineer or Project Engineer on large scale wireless projects.
• Experience across design, construction and integration of Australian carrier networks (Telstra).
• Strong knowledge of 4G/5G equipment (BTS, RRUs, antennas, feeders).
• Experience with Ericsson equipment is mandatory for this role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate wireless projects across design, construction and integration activities.
• Review For Construction drawings and perform constructability reviews.
• Prepare scopes of work and bills of materials for construction partners.
• Coordinate material requirements, site access, inductions and construction start dates.
• Work with field teams to resolve design and construction issues.
• Support troubleshooting, commissioning and integration activities.
• Manage subcontractors and construction partners.
• Review construction packs and completion documentation.
• Monitor project progress and report to Deployment Manager.
• Support quality assurance and uphold safety and compliance.

Skills

Wireless telecoms

Construction delivery

Project coordination

Subcontractor management

Field delivery

Education

Tertiary qualification in Telecommunications Engineering or Construction

Tools

BTS

RRU

Antenna systems

Feeder systems

Ericsson equipment

Job description

Deployment Engineer Wireless

The opportunity

Downer is seeking an experienced Deployment Engineer Wireless to join our Telecommunications team and support the delivery of large scale wireless telecommunications projects.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team of designers, engineers and project delivery professionals, you will play an important role in taking projects from design through to construction, integration and completion.

You will act as a key link between design and construction, helping ensure designs are constructible, materials and permits are ready, and field teams have what they need to deliver safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinating wireless telecommunications projects across design, construction and integration activities
• Reviewing For Construction drawings and undertaking constructability reviews
• Preparing scopes of work and bills of materials for construction partners
• Coordinating material requirements, site access, inductions, inspections and construction start dates
• Working closely with field teams to resolve design and construction issues
• Supporting troubleshooting, commissioning and integration activities
• Managing and coordinating subcontractors and construction partners
• Reviewing construction packs and completion documentation
• Monitoring project progress and providing accurate reporting to the Deployment Manager
• Supporting quality assurance and maintaining high standards of safety and compliance throughout delivery

What we're looking for

You will bring strong wireless telecommunications experience combined with practical knowledge of construction and field delivery.

Ideally, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Telecommunications Engineering, Construction or a related discipline
• At least five years of experience as a Deployment Engineer or Project Engineer on large scale wireless telecommunications projects
• Demonstrated experience across the design, construction and integration of Australian telecommunications carrier networks, particularly Telstra
• Strong knowledge of 4G and 5G equipment including BTS, RRUs, antenna and feeder systems
• Experience with Ericsson equipment, which is mandatory for this position
• Knowledge of Telstra construction standards
• Experience interpreting For Construction drawings and producing scopes of work and bills of materials
• Understanding of site commissioning, integration and SAED processes
• Experience managing subcontractors and contractor workforces
• Telecommunications quality assurance experience
• Understanding of installation standards for hybrid cables, fibre, coax and copper
• Knowledge of construction within rail corridors, mining or defence environments would be advantageous but is not essential

You will also be comfortable working with multiple stakeholders, managing changing priorities and deadlines, and taking a practical and collaborative approach to resolving issues throughout project delivery.

What we offer

At Downer, we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy & Utilities business provides end to end infrastructure solutions across power, gas, water and telecommunications. Our teams work across the lifecycle of essential infrastructure, helping our customers deliver reliable services to communities across Australia and New Zealand.

This opportunity sits within our Telecommunications business, supporting the delivery of wireless infrastructure projects and connecting technical design with safe and effective construction execution.